Proposal Ideas Blog

Engagements are such a momentous occasion! They can be one of the most memorable days of a couple’s lifetime. They’re filled with anticipation for the future, romance and all of those bubbly feelings that made you fall in love with your sweetheart in the first place.

This is why it is so incredibly important to consider what you’re going to do after the fact. You want that euphoria to last all day long!

When I was proposed to, it was the most beautiful and absolutely special moment I could have ever imagined. However, my fiance didn’t plan anything afterwards. No champagne, no family members, no dinner. I was on a high from that intimate and special moment we had just shared and simply went back to our apartment afterwards.

Looking back, I would have loved to enjoy a celebratory dinner just the two of us somewhere special. Or maybe even with family and friends! To spend time with people sharing our joy and celebrating together. 

There are so many fun ways to celebrate after proposing. You can plan something low-key or a big bash, but do something to celebrate the two of you saying yes to forever! Here are some fun ideas for planning a celebratory evening:

A Couple’s Celebratory Dinner

The simplest, and possibly most romantic of all, a celebratory dinner for just the two of you. Book a reservation at a gorgeous restaurant you know she’ll love! Maybe it’s on the water, maybe it’s a steakhouse, maybe it’s at a high-end hotel. A personal favorite would be a fondue restaurant. They’re so romantic!

Ask if there’s an engagement package or if they can make it special in any way. Rose petals, a private table, a bottle of champagne. Anything to make it stand out and make it truly unforgettable.

A Dinner with Family & Friends

Maybe you guys love socializing and want to celebrate with your closest family and friends. Plan a surprise engagement party after you propose. Have the location, food, and celebration planned out beforehand so you can take your new fiancé and surprise them with a great time!

Family and friends will love to celebrate with the two of you and your fiancé will be so excited to show off their new bling! This keeps the celebration going all night long!

A Dinner Cruise

Maybe you two like something romantic and love the ocean. A dinner cruise is a perfect way to celebrate your engagement then! There are sunset dinner cruises that are oh-so-romantic! You’ll get to see the sunset, enjoy some gorgeous scenery all while celebrating your love! They can make it extra romantic with champagne, rose petals and music to serenade the both of you!

Plan a night away!

If you’d like to enjoy some alone time, consider booking a hotel room!  Most nice hotels have a restaurant so enjoy a nice celebratory dinner there and then go enjoy some champagne and chocolate cake in your room! It’s a perfect way to relax together, soak in the moment and celebrate all at once!

Hit Up the Town!

Take a drive around town and find a bar or spot you two love to frequent and enjoy some time together. Have your favorite drink and spend time together simply celebrating the both of you.

A Romantic Room Makeover

This is a special one! Let us help you plan a perfect room makeover to make it the most romantic place you and your sweetheart could be after your proposal! It is an unforgettable way to spend your evening together. This is a huge milestone in your relationship. You have decided to commit to the rest of your lives together. It is a momentous occasion, a romantic occasion and a serious occasion all at once. It means something to the both of you and it ought to be celebrated, whether big or small.

Don’t just go home like I did. Put on some nice clothes, propose to your partner that you love so much and plan something to woo their heart all evening long! They will be absolutely elated and head over heels in love with you!  What exactly you choose to do doesn’t matter- but definitely do something special! You know your soon-to-be fiancé best. Are they a private one? Or a social butterfly who would love to celebrate with all of their family and friends? This day only comes once so make it grand!

If you need help planning the perfect proposal idea, contact us! We would love to help you plan a grand celebration. We have years of experience, lots of contacts and can help you plan the perfect event for your soon-to-be fiancé based on your personalities, budget and preferences!

During these difficult times, you may find it hard to be creative when you’re essentially in lockdown 24/7. It’s even more difficult if you are at that stage where you are ready to pop the question.  Not being able to do many of the things we used to be able to do can make your proposal planning outlook seem bleak.

Not to worry though, you can still get creative though with your engagement ideas.  One of the things that many proposals tend to include is flowers. Everyone has seen or heard of a marriage proposal taking place amidst a sea of rose petals, but there are various more creative ways to use flowers for an engagement. That is why we have come up with creative ways to incorporate flowers into an unforgettable marriage proposal.

Engagement Ring Ribbon

This one is relatively simple but is elegant in its presentation.  You use the engagement ring to hold a bouquet of your loved one’s favorite flowers together.  You could also string the ring through a beautiful ribbon that could hold the bouquet together.

You tell your partner that you have a surprise for her and lead her to the bouquet that you have hidden somewhere.  Another option is that you create a scavenger hunt proposal and the finale of the hunt ends with you waiting for your partner in a suit with the bouquet.

Photo Courtesy of Heaton House Events.

Flower Decorations

If you would love to decorate a space for your partner to find, then this is a perfectly romantic engagement idea.  You use individual flowers or petals and string them together to create a decorative floral garland.  You can attach this to a branch at a nice park where you guys head together or even attach it to a homemade PVC structure that you can create even during a quarantine.  This setup is perfect for decorating any room and creating an amazing backdrop for an engagement.

Flower Message

If you want to use flowers for your proposal in a more sentimental way, then you this is the wedding proposal idea for you! This can be done one of two ways.  The first is that you can write down personal love notes and put each on a single flower.  The second is that you can write each letter from the phrase “will you marry me?” on small cards and attach each one to the stem of a single flower.  The flowers could be delivered throughout the day and lead up to the big proposal.

An alternative to the love notes on the single flowers is that you can create very large arrangements using the flowers to spell out words for your partner.  This is a great way to make a grand expression.

Mini Flower Float or Flower Wall

You’ve seen the Rose Parade right?  Well as you know, these are very elaborate designs that contain hundreds and thousands of flowers and take tons of labor time to make.  They look beautiful.  Well what if you were to do something similar to this for your partner? I’m not saying make something of the same size  but I’m saying take this idea and scale it down to a personal level.

Take a heart shape for example, you can create large frame that has the heart shape and on the heart, you can attach roses to them.  This type of proposal would take some effort but when your partner sees it, she will be blown away at the effort you put in to make something nice and romantic for her.

Lighted Flowers

An alternative to having live flowers, is to use LED roses that you can line up in your apartment/house.  Instead of using candles, these light up roses can be lined up to create the same ambience but it would be taking the place of both the candles and flowers.  Pretty cool huh?!

Closing Thoughts

During this quarantine period, you may think that planning a creative proposal with flowers may be more difficult.  Well guess what?  Flowers do not stop growing! Though there’s a chance some florists may be closed, the ones that you do find open would be more than happy for the business you provide.  If you are still having a hard time finding a local florist then you can always try national flower delivery options like www.bouqs.com.

If you’re looking for something other than just flowers, you can try one of our proposal packages. Many of our packages can even be done while observing social distancing guidelines.  Don’t forget to pick up a slim engagement ring box from Ring Stash so that your proposal surprise goes off perfect!

Yes! You’re finally at the point where you are ready to propose.  You have planned out how you’re going to propose with the perfect proposal idea and you managed to save a few months of your paychecks to get the perfect engagement ring.  You also got your partner’s father’s blessing, have a photographer ready, got the location is set, and now it is time to figure out what you are going to say during your proposal.  Though there is no right or wrong way to go about your proposal speech, trust us, you will have a lot less nerves if you plan out  what you’re going to say beforehand. Putting in words how much you love someone is a tough thing to do. If you are stumped on what goes into a proposal speech below are some ideas of things to include in your proposal speech.

Why You Love Them

If you’re going to include anything in your proposal speech it’s very important that you include why you love them.  Though you may know that you love your partner unconditionally, it may be hard for you to put eloquent words as to why you love them.   Is it their contagious smile, or how they are so kind to everyone,  or maybe it is even because they can put up with your quirks? Whatever the reason, let your loved one know that they hold a special place in your heart.  You can also mention how much you love your partner as well.

How You Met

The story of how you met is always a fun thing to remember. It might have been an awkward introduction, a random run-in, or a blind date setup. Remembering when you first met will bring back all of the fun memories you have had together.  Include some of your first thoughts of what you thought about them.  Did you think your partner was someone you knew you were going to marry the first time you saw them?  Or maybe you thought your partner was someone that you thought you would NEVER be with but eventually they won you over.  Whatever your first thoughts were when you met is the very first page of your love story which will also include this very moment you’re in right now!

Favorite Memories

Include some of your favorite memories you have had together. After reminiscing about when you first met, add some memories of good times you have shared together. This could be something like your first trip together.   Maybe it was the first time you met each other’s families or when you first realized you were falling in love.   Bringing up these special moments will help relive those special moments that are unique to just you two and show how you two are perfect for each other.

What You Promise

After you have reminisced over the beginnings of your relationship, you can then get into the future.  You can describe all of the things that you love about your partner plus any promises you have made.

Does your partner worry about going to a restaurant or movie alone?  Then promise them that you will never let them go to one by themselves ever again.

Does your partner always want someone to play Monopoly with?  Or it can be something deeper like your partner just wants someone to feel connected with.

These are the things that you can show your partner that you have been listening throughout your relationship and want to show that you will be there for them.

Bring up the promises that you think will mean the most.

Closing Thoughts

So there are always going to be a lot of things that you can say during your proposal speech.  The issue is that most proposers try to actually memorize a speech that is about 18 pages long, front and back!  That will be nearly impossible to do and will be even tougher given how much nerves you will have on the day-of.

It’s better to just think about the main topics you want to brush up on during your speech and then try to talk about them on the spur of the moment.   Maybe the moment will make you think about something else.  Chances are that your partner will not remember all of the things you’re saying so it’s better to just think of the biggest point.

Either way, just try to remember that this is your partner you will have for life and try to enjoy it as much as you can.   You will do great!

Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year to propose– for good reason! The world lights up with colors, acts, and signs of love that contribute to stunning proposals. If you’re thinking of popping the question, our expert proposal planners have 5 Valentine’s Day proposal ideas just for you.   

1. Private Helicopter

They’re stunned with amazing views and a surprise proposal! It will be something to remember, especially with our location packages like Boston and San Francisco. 

2. Limousine & Fine Dining

Talk about Valentine’s Day in style. Tour the town in a high-class limousine while enjoying your favorite fine dining, then pop the question when they least expect it. 

3. Romantic Rooftop

You don’t want to miss out on our Romantic Rooftop Proposal in NYC. The views speak for themselves, and when decorated with gorgeous, nostalgic aspects of your relationship, it’s a head-turner. 

4. Private Wine Tasting

For the couple who enjoys private, intimate moments over a fabulous bottle of wine, a private wine tasting could be just right. 

5. Scavenger Hunt

This is a fantastic way to make your engagement fun. Mix it up with tricky clues all around the city, then eventually lead them to your destination where you get down on one knee.

Create Your Valentine’s Day Proposal

Let’s pop the question! Choose a stress-free, proposal package to let your Valentine’s Day proposal ideas come to life. We’ll help you pull it all together, so your engagement brings out the best in you. Don’t forget to grab a flat-ring box from ringstash.com to keep the surprise!

Proposing may seem complicated, but if you have the right location, everything else falls into place. This is why our expert proposal planners pulled together the top 5 romantic proposal spots just for you. Happy location shopping!  

1. Turks & Caicos

You can’t go wrong with a gorgeous beach vacation and a proposal to boot. Get engaged in Turks & Caicos for an incredibly romantic beach scene. The pictures will be beautiful, and your memories even more so. 

2. Boston

Boston is brimming with sweet charm and the perfect opportunities to get down on one knee. See these Boston proposal ideas. 

3. San Francisco

San Fran is one of the top romantic proposal spots in the world with Napa Valley, the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and parks. Head over to Proposal Ideas’ San Francisco page for more.   

4. Atlanta

Atlanta probably isn’t the first city that pops in your head when you think of romantic. But it’s a wonderfully unique place to pop the question, like this to-die-for Atlanta Romantic Rooftop Proposal. 

5. Seattle

Head to Seattle to emerge yourself in its iconically romantic scenes from Sleepless in Seattle! These Outdoor Park Proposals are popular for a reason. 

Romantic Proposals

With these romantic proposal spots, you don’t need to look any further for the perfect location. Proposal Ideas’ has you covered! Book a package today and be sure to grab a flat-ring box from Ring Stash to keep the proposal a surprise!

Here’s How to Include Family In Your Proposal.

‘Tis the season to propose! Christmas and New Years are gorgeous times of year to pop the question to the love of your life. Holiday spirit, family time, snowy scenes, and creative opportunities are at their peak. But, with all of these ideas on the run, you might be feeling overwhelmed at what to do. Expert proposal planners at Proposal Ideas have your back! We’ve curated the top most popular holiday proposal ideas just for you.

1. Write It in Snow

You don’t have to be an outdoorsy couple to enjoy the snow. Spell out “Marry Me?” and get down on one knee when they see it. Use Proposal Ideas package locations like New York, Boston, or Chicago to make it even more special. 

2. Go to a Light Festival

Lights are both festive and romantic. Head to a light festival/show and propose under the twinkles.    

3. Take a Sleigh Ride

It’s cute, cuddly, and goes with your winter theme. Prepare a special sleigh ride with their favorite holiday drink/food then pop the question on your trip around town. Be sure to check out the Boston Romantic Carriage Ride Proposal Package, too!

4. New Years Eve Ball Drop

If you and your significant are okay with a public proposal, the New Years’ Eve Ball Drop in New York is a great way to go all in. 

5. Winter Wonderland at Home

More of a homebody couple? We’ve got something for you, too. You can turn your backyard/home into the ultimate surprise: a winter wonderland. Use decorations and some help from our expert planners to get it right!

Bring Your Holiday Proposal Ideas to Life

It’s go time! Proposal Ideas has exclusive packages with locations all across the nation. Make your once in a lifetime experience as perfect as it can be and choose one today! Don’t forget to grab a small engagement ring box to keep the surprise! 

Ready to pop the question? The holidays are on their way, and it’s an amazing time of the year to propose. However, when it comes down to it, choosing the right location can be difficult. To help with your decision, our expert proposal planners created this list of best holiday proposal locations.

New York City

Christmas in New York is a world-renowned destination. The city lights up with gorgeous twinkly lights, white snow, and giant decorations. Why wouldn’t it be a great place for proposing to the love of your life? Check out one of our all-inclusive New York Proposal Packages.

Philadelphia

There’s something about cities during the holidays that just scream romantic. And Philly is no exception. Tour the city in a limo, head to the park, or make your own proposal idea come to life with one of our Philadelphia bundles.

Washington DC

The nation’s capital offers more than meets the eye around Christmas time. Enjoy the incredible monuments coated in snow and walk down the streets with twinkle lights blazing the way. For some all-inclusive deals, check out Proposal Ideas’ Washington DC Proposal Packages. 

Boston

Boston may be known for its fall foliage, but the holiday season shines just as bright. Take a carriage ride, have a romantic dinner, head to a beautiful park, or even ride the sky with a private helicopter. Choose one of our Boston Proposal Ideas today! 

No matter your pick on the best holiday proposal locations list, your proposal is bound to be amazing with one of our packages. Don’t forget to pick up a flat-ring box from www.ringstash.com!

The winter season of festivities, fun, and food is a great time of year to propose. There are so many ideas to choose from, however. And it can seem overwhelming trying to figure out how to propose during the holidays. But you’re in luck! Expert proposal planners from proposal-ideas.com have put together a list to guide you through your ultimate holiday proposal.

Plan Ahead

There’s nothing worse than an engagement that goes awry due to poor planning. Everything gets busier during the holidays, which means if you’re counting on a specific location, you’re going to want to plan ahead to ensure you have a spot. 

Take Advantage of Holiday Decor

‘Tis the season for twinkle lights and stunning holiday colors– the perfect backdrop for a proposal! And the best part? They’re free! They’re already set up and waiting for you to incorporate into your romantic proposal. 

Add Family Time

The holidays usually mean lots of family gatherings. So if you’re looking to add family to your proposal or set aside a family celebration, it’ll be a cinch gathering everyone together– they’re already there!

Plan a Holiday Getaway

Getaways during the holidays aren’t conspicuous at all. It’s the perfect opportunity to plan a romantic evening in which you pop the question. Head to the beach, a cabin in the snow, or even a trip upstate to a gorgeous hotel.

At the end of the day, there are so many great ideas on how to propose during the holidays. If you’re looking to blow your significant away with an elaborate proposal, contact us! We can help you plan and execute a spectacular holiday proposal. Don’t forget to purchase a flat-ring box from www.ringstash.com! It’ll help keep the big question a surprise.

Looking for more? Check out our How to Include Family in Your Proposal article.

If you’re thinking about proposing, congrats! In the midst of the proposal planning, it helps to decide how long you want your engagement to be. In order to guide you through your decision, expert proposal planners from proposal-ideas.com have put together the pros and cons of a long engagement down below. 

Pros:

Save Money

With a longer engagement, you have more time to save money. This could be especially important to those who want a larger, more elaborate wedding.

Book Better Vendors

A longer engagement means your wedding date will be at least a year ahead. This in mind, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to book the better vendors. Popular vendors are usually booked far in advance. 

Cons:

Wedding Burnout

The more amount of time you have to plan your wedding, the more likely you might experience wedding burnout. Wedding burnout is when you become overly stressed and exhausted from planning your wedding for too long.

Constant Bombardment

If you space out your wedding, be prepared to receive some badgers from friends and family. They might not understand why you’re waiting a bit longer than usual.  

At the end of the day, a long engagement is perfect for some couples, but not so much for others. Whether you decide on a long or short engagement, however, contact an expert proposal planner to bring your proposal ideas to life. We can help you create a gorgeous engagement to set the mood from the day you propose up until your wedding day. Don’t forget to purchase a flat ring box from Ring Stash! It will help keep the ring safe and secret.

If you are thinking about including loved ones in your proposal, heads up! The more people you tell, the more likely your surprise proposal will be spoiled. It’s important to include them the right way in order to not ruin your special moment. As a helping hand to you, an expert proposal planner has put together a list of tips on how to include family. 

Home Video

Create a home video with them talking about you as a couple. This way you’ll be able to make a special, loving proposal without so much risk of the surprise being ruined. 

Have Them in the Background

When you’re popping the question, have them stand in the background to watch you get down on one knee. Not only will it be special for your significant, but it will also be special for them. 

Hire a Proposal Planner

When you hire a proposal planner, they’ll be able to properly manage your family and friends, cue them when to enter, etc. It will be a lot easier for you to focus on your moment instead of worrying about your loved ones. 

Involving family and friends can add a really loving touch to your proposal, but at the end of the day, it can add some difficulties. Contact a proposal planner today! We can help you create a magical surprise proposal, shine in your moment, and manage your loved ones. Don’t forget to purchase a flat ring box from Ring Stash! It will keep help keep your surprise safe and secret.